Freight Rail

New freight train route links China's Chongqing with Afghanistan

A freight train carrying communications equipment and other products left China's southwestern municipality of Chongqing for the Afghan port city of Hairatan a few days ago, marking the first trip of the direct freight train service between the two cities.

Karel Novak February 18, 2025 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

SBB Cargo Switzerland will reduce workforce due to low demand for freight transport

The company attributes the downturn to economic conditions that have led to a decline in customer demand for rail freight services.

Lubomir Cech February 17, 2025 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

GYSEV CARGO begins rail transport of wood chips between Hungary and Austria

The rail service is structured to meet specific supply chain requirements, providing a scheduled connection to the Gratkorn facility.

Lubomir Cech February 17, 2025 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

Petr Nedomlel, ČD Cargo: ETCS is Inevitable Rail Future

In an exclusive interview with Petr Nedomlel, Director of the Rail Safety Operation Department of the Czech Republic's largest rail freight operator, ČD Cargo, we discussed the future of train safety, the advantages of the ETCS system and other railway issues.

Karel Novak February 17, 2025 · 10 min read

Freight Rail

First commercial run of Container Transfer System on Danish railway

Safe Green Logistics plans to further develop its service offering as part of its commitment to multimodal freight transport.

Lubomir Cech February 17, 2025 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

TRANSWAGGON is celebrating its 60-year anniversary

Founded in 1965 in Zug, Switzerland, and Helsingborg, Sweden, the company has expanded its presence across multiple European markets while growing its fleet and service offerings.

Lubomir Cech February 14, 2025 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Eamnos 57 m³ type E06B wagon approved for production at Greenbrier Europe Severin

The open top box wagon has a lighter structure, enabling to transport one more tonne of material.

Lubomir Cech February 14, 2025 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

HS2 spoil transport via Willesden Euroterminal reaches 3 million tonnes

The site, operating 24 hours a day in West London, plays a key role in transporting tunnel spoil from HS2 construction to designated disposal sites across the UK.

Karel Novak February 13, 2025 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

ORLEN Unipetrol electrifies its siding in Litvínov refinery

The introduction of electrified infrastructure enables electric locomotives to couple and uncouple from trains independently, without relying on diesel shunting locomotives

Lubomir Cech February 12, 2025 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

Adriafer introduces new intermodal connection between Parma in Italy and Brwinów in Poland

By adding new services, the company continues to expand its operational network across European rail corridors.

Lubomir Cech February 12, 2025 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

China-Vietnam rail freight traffic increases sharply in January

The figure represents a 760% rise compared to the same period last year.

Lubomir Cech February 11, 2025 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

A new intermodal link between Turkey and Romania for Ford by Mars Logistics

Mars Logistics, responsible for operating the intermodal service, will transport production parts from Ford Otosan’s suppliers in Turkey to the Mars Halkalı Train Terminal before forwarding them to Craiova.

Lubomir Cech February 11, 2025 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

3,900-ton freight train: A new record on Poland–Czech rail corridor

A heavy freight train carrying 3,067 tons of cargo has been transported by rail from Poland to Czechia, setting a record for the heaviest train on this route.

Lubomir Cech February 11, 2025 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Hupac reports 2.6% decline for 2024

The Hupac Group transported approximately 949,000 road consignments via combined road-rail transport in 2024, equating to 1,818,000 TEUs.

Lubomir Cech February 11, 2025 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Decline in rail freight transport in the Netherlands attributed to lower coal volumes

In 2024, rail freight volumes in the Netherlands fell to 39.7 million tonnes, marking a 7% decrease compared to the previous year.

Lubomir Cech February 10, 2025 · 3 min read

Freight Rail

DRS begins trial intermodal service between Teesport and Manchester

The service is structured as an open-access model, combining multiple customers' shipments onto a single train.

Lubomir Cech February 7, 2025 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

Alonso Group acquires majority stake in CEFSA, expands presence in Iberian rail freight market

The acquisition increases Alonso Group’s operational reach in rail logistics while maintaining CEFSA’s existing management structure.

Lubomir Cech February 6, 2025 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Laude expands intermodal operations to Slovakia and Hungary

The company, which operates its own terminals and locomotives, manages a significant portion of intermodal freight from Ukraine to Poland and Germany, aiming to optimize transit time and costs.

Lubomir Cech February 6, 2025 · 3 min read

Freight Rail

New SHN Cargo rail shuttle service connects Port of Helsingborg to Swedish logistics hubs

The service, which commenced in mid-December 2024, is intended to support the movement of goods between Helsingborg and key logistics hubs such as Jönköping and Älmhult.

Lubomir Cech February 6, 2025 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Hector Rail owner establishes a new short line rail platform in the United States: Phoenix Rail

The newly established entity has completed the acquisition of Lehigh Valley Rail Management (LVRM), which operates freight rail and intermodal terminal infrastructure in Pennsylvania.

Lubomir Cech February 5, 2025 · 2 min read